BAKED NECTARINE CHICKEN SALAD

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This casserole is a fun twist on a classic. Folks love the crunchy chow mein noodles on top. I love that I can make it a day in advance and refrigerate until it's time to serve. Serve with hot bread or rolls. -Faye Robinson, Pensacola, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1-1/3 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
8 celery ribs, thinly sliced
4 medium nectarines, coarsely chopped
8 green onions, sliced
2 cans (3 ounces each) crispy chow mein noodles

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients. In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, nectarines and onions. Add mayonnaise mixture; toss gently to coat., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with noodles. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 20-25 minutes. To Make Ahead: This can be made a day in advance. Before adding noodles, cover and refrigerate. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Sprinkle with noodles. Bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Fat 37g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 911mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.